Indonesian palm oil exports to Europe could rise by 500,000 to one million tons under the Indonesia-EU Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, the Indonesian Palm Oil Association (Gapki) estimated on Thursday. Gapki chairman Eddy Martono made the estimate at the Indonesian Palm Oil Conference (IPOC) 2026 in Bali.
The agreement would give crude palm oil (CPO) and its derivatives zero-percent import tariffs within certain volumes. Martono said he hopes the deal can again raise exports to Europe.
Signing and timing
Deputy Foreign Minister Arif Havas Oegroseno said signing is planned for 21 November 2026. Implementation is targeted for early 2027.
Arif expects tariffs to be zero or low, as mutually agreed. He said that would lift Indonesian exports to Europe and could give Indonesia a basis to start investing there.
Deforestation rule remains a hurdle
Martono described the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) as a challenge to existing systems. He said producers must answer facts with facts and standards with better standards.
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The agreement includes a sustainable palm oil cooperation protocol. It covers standard harmonisation, certification and conformity assessment.
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Source: Indonesian Palm Oil Association (Gapki)
